Crime Rate in High Peak: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in High Peak

The total recorded crimes in High Peak, High Peak in January 2025 are around 500 as per the recent police data. This equates to a High Peak crime rate of 5.50 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around High Peak, encompassing approximately 90,935 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (186) incidents (-4.62% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (101) incidents (53.03% increase)
  • Public order: (48) incidents (17.07% increase)
High Peak Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 12
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 7
  • Buxton Mews with total crimes: 7

High Peak Police Info:

Derbyshire Constabulary

How safe is High Peak?

To understand the safety of High Peak, we need to analyze High Peak crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • High Peak has recorded 6,960 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 76.54 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 223 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 7,638 crimes with a crime rate of 83.99, ranking it 184 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Derbyshire:

    • In 2024, High Peak demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Derbyshire average, with 6960 crimes compared to 8955.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, High Peak witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 7 other cities.

    • In 2023, High Peak had fewer crimes than the Derbyshire average, with 7,638 crimes compared to 9,677. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, High Peak witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 7 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, High Peak is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Derbyshire, High Peak has a lower crime rate in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

High Peak Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Howard Town (72 crimes), and the safest, Temple (4 crimes), is 68 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across High Peak.

Similarly, the area of Glossop (87 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Whaley Bridge & Chinley (24 crimes), with a difference of 63 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within High Peak.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Howard Town72
Buxton Central57
Stone Bench38
Hadfield South32
Cote Heath26

Safest Wards:

Hadfield North7
Hayfield7
Old Glossop6
St John's6
Temple4

Most Dangerous Areas:

Glossop87
Buxton North82
Chapel-en-le-Frith & Hope Valley52
Buxton South & East50
Hadfield West & Gamesley41

Safest Areas:

Hadfield East & Tintwistle36
Buxton Burbage & Harpur Hill30
New Mills East & Hayfield29
New Mills West & Furness Vale28
Whaley Bridge & Chinley24

High Peak Crime Statstics

In January 2025 the High Peak has recorded 500 crimes with crime rate of 5.50 ranking 234th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 6 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2024, the total High Peak crimes were 6,960. The crime rate of High Peak in 2024 was 76.54 (year) or 6.38 (month) ranking it 223 danzarous in the UK. High Peak ranked 7 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in Derbyshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in High Peak were around 7,638 crimes with yearly crime rate of 83.99 (year) or 7.00 (month) ranking 184 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Derbyshire, High Peak ranked 6 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of High Peak

CityJanuary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)CrimesRank (Derbyshire)
Derbyshire Dales255 84,094 84,790 8
North East Derbyshire486 77,009 77,482 7
South Derbyshire674 59,222 59,602 5
Amber Valley904 312,094 413,060 4
Bolsover543 47,974 28,506 3
Erewash837 211,053 312,546 2
Chesterfield953 113,234 113,794 1

High Peak Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (186 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (101 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 195 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 66 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (233 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (63 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (222 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (105 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (211 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (85 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (202 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (97 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 244 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 90 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (476 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (212 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
July 20244
June 202412

A total of 756 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 108.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 212 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025101
December 202466
October 2024105
September 202485
August 202497
July 202490
June 2024212

A total of 363 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 45.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202537
December 202445
November 202445
October 202450
September 202432
August 202428
July 202442
June 202484

A total of 328 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 41.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202536
December 202438
November 202440
October 202433
September 202432
August 202427
July 202436
June 202486

A total of 533 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 66.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 128 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202548
December 202441
November 202463
October 202445
September 202459
August 202462
July 202487
June 2024128

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 161 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 20.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202515
December 202416
November 202418
October 202429
September 202415
August 202416
July 202410
June 202442

A total of 253 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 31.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 88 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202524
December 202424
November 202427
October 202425
September 202419
August 202432
July 202414
June 202488

A total of 111 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 13.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202517
December 202410
November 202413
October 202410
September 20248
August 202414
July 202413
June 202426

A total of 1969 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 246.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 476 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025186
December 2024195
November 2024233
October 2024222
September 2024211
August 2024202
July 2024244
June 2024476

A total of 343 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 42.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 96 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202523
December 202449
November 202439
October 202434
September 202424
August 202433
July 202445
June 202496

A total of 22 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20246
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 93 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 11.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 202411
November 202411
October 20249
September 20247
August 202412
July 202413
June 202426

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242

High Crime Locations High Peak in January 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the High Peak postcode area is presented below.

1. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order2
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Buxton Mews (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Hugh Street (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Public order2
Robbery1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
6. Annabelle Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1

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